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Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

Find antique neoclassical furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Style: Neoclassical
Pair of 19th Century Italian Marble Tazza Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A grand pair of early 19th Century ‘Grand Tour’ carved Carrara marble tazza in the Neo-Classical manner. The flared rims with moulded edges above gadrooned waists and raised on swept...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble

French Early 19th Century Neoclassical Hand Carved Oak Vase Ornament/ Finial
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful early 19th century Neoclassical hand carved oak vase ornament in a good but weathered condition. France, circa 1800- 1850. Weathered Measurements includes the wooden base.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

Tall Vintage Stone Concrete Garden Birdbath on Pedestal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Taller than average stone birdbath. Has weathered basin that sits on fluted pedestal. Comes into two parts. Holds water perfectly with no leaks or cracks. East Coast Delivery av...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Concrete

Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Iron Garden Urns by Val d Osne Foundry, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of mid-19th century Neoclassical footed cast iron planters/garden urns by Val d'Osne Foundry, France By: Val d'Osne Foundry Material: ir...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Iron

Italian Walnut 18th Century Library Bookcase Panneling
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A good late 18th century Italian neoclassical library room panneling. This room consists of one central bookcase with a tympan centerpiece. At both sides angle cabinets...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Walnut

Pair of Papperzini Amalfi Adjustable Chain Back Garden Sofas
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic matching pair of neoclassical style iron garden sofas made in the manner and style of Mario Papperzini and Janus et Cie Amalfi collection. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Steel

Vintage Neoclassical Metal Garden Finial or Obelisk
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden finial or obelisk USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 6"W x 6"D x 17.5"H Very good vintage condition.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Metal

Italian 19th Century Neoclassical Carved Giltwood Finial Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair wooden finial ornaments with traces of their original gilding. Italy, circa 1800-1850. Weathered and small losses. H:29cm W:11cm D:11cm
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Column
Located in Barcelona, ES
Neoclassical Alabaster Urn Lamp on Pedestal Stand Gorgeous alabaster pedestal-mounted uplighter neoclassical urn lamp. Italy, 1940s. Amazing aged patina, it provides a charming ligh...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Alabaster

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Statuary Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This magnificent antique 19th Century marble mantel with decorative gilt bronze mounts is after the fireplace in Marie Antionette"s Silver Boudoir at Fontainbleau. The Silver Boudoir...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Statuary Marble, Ormolu

American Early 19th Century Fireplace Surround
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful late American Federal/Classical period mahogany carved fireplace surround. Possibly Philadelphia. With carved tapered and fluted columns and oval shell rosettes. Center und...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Mahogany

Antique French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, Early 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 19th century French Neoclassical Period fireback depicting a floral decotration. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Fire Screen in Patinated Brass Late 19th Century
Located in Tilburg, NL
Fire Screen in Patinated Brass Late 19th Century. A very elegant and beautifully patinated fire screen in brass - late 19th century / early 20th century. A simple yet stylish design...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Pair Early 20th Century French Carved Weathered Stone Garden Urns Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a garden, terrace, or courtyard with this pair of elegant antique planters. Crafted in France circa 1920, each shallow bowl-form urn is hand-carved from stone and rests on a...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone

Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart, 1950s USA
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality. Wood, a great American company, furnished th...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Neo Classic Black Marble Top Vanity
Located in Westwood, NJ
Designed for those with an eye for luxury, this vanity blends classic European elegance with modern functionality. The ebony-painted finish is accentuated by solid brass trim, evokin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Large Italian Patinated Bronze Fountain Element of Bacchus, 20th C.
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… This large fountain element from Italy dates to the 1900s. The patinated bronze architectural depicts a heavily bearded Bacchus wearing a grapevine cr...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Italian Neoclassical Style Pietra Dura Marble Center Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Festive and colorful Italian Pietra Dura center table or garden dining table featuring an intricately detailed hard stone inlay top. The round top is embellished with marble and hard...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Stone, Marble

German Mercury Fireback, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century German fireback with the god Mercury. God of commerce. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request the fireback can be made black. It ...
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20th Century German Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Italian Stone Garden Sculpture of Roman Mythological Subject Bacchus
Located in Rome, IT
Finely carved mythological roman subject of Bacchus or Dionysus in limestone. Excellent condition from an estate of Veneto. Measurements: Statue cm 180, base cm 85. Price is not inc...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Limestone

Pair of Pedestals in Neoclassical Style, 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant pair of pedestals in the neoclassical style, dating from the 20th century. The classically inspired design and decoration are reminiscent of antique models and make them idea...
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20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Softwood

Niermann Weeks French Neoclassical Style Black Gold Tole Iron Planters - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of tall cast iron black and gold tole planters by Niermann Weeks. Niermann Weeks was very dedicated to brining authentic antique reproductions during the 80s/90s. Thes...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Italian Carved and Painted Wood Balustrade
Located in Bradenton, FL
Italian Carved and Polychrome Painted Wood Balustrade in Faux Marble Finish. This large architectural fragment features turned baluster supports beneath a molded top rail, all hand-p...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Stone Sundial
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A impressive late 18th century French sandstone sundial mounted on a custom lade iron stand. The Latin numerals finely carved at both sides an...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Sandstone

19th Century Pair of English Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This classic pair of English rectangular planters are the perfect addition to your garden or sunny interior. Made of reconstituted stone with geometric trellis motif for a touch of s...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

Pair Large 18th Century French Neoclassical Carved Oak Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair 18th century neoclassical carved oak ornaments. France circa 1780. Weathered, small losses and old repairs. Measurements are individual and include the wooden base.
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Oak

French Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, Early 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 19th century French neoclassical fireback with a cupid and two dancing angels. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made b...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Set of Ten Neoclassical Style Iron Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stately set of ten wrought iron patio and garden dining chairs in the neoclassical taste. The set consists of all armchairs with a thick, heavy iron frame. The seats have a humped ba...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique French Neoclassical Period Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th/19th century French Neoclassical period fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The fireback is ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Rose Tarlow Iron Twig Stone Top Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic patio and garden dining suite consisting of four iron armchairs and one round stone top dining table measuring 53.5 inches in diameter. The iron twig design by Rose Tarlow is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Granite, Iron

Neoclassical Grecian Faux Stone Column Acanthus Leaf Candle Holder Plant Stand 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century faux stone plant stand / candle holder in the shape of the base of a neoclassical column featuring scrolled corners and drooping acanth...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Resin

Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal
By Alexander s Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal with Openwork Carving Introducing the Neoclassical Ebony Solid Wood Pedestal, a stunning addition to the "Forbidden City" collection. This exq...
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2010s Hong Kong Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Ebony

Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan Venetian Garden Dining Suite
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing patio and garden dining suite consisting of four dining armchairs and one stone top round dining table designed by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

Vintage French Marble Top Bistro Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
A charming French vintage brasserie bistrot table, perfect for entertaining or everyday indoors or outdoor use. The original removable white marble has expressive veining. Table craf...
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20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Marble, Iron

French Painted Fired Victorian Style Botanical Garden Stained Glass Window 69"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage large French painted and fired stained glass window. Features a Victorian garden scene with a woman seated in the garden amidst beautiful flowing gardens. Dimensions: 16.75...
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

18th Century Pillars with Decoration Fireback / Backsplash, France
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French neoclassical Period fireback with two decorated pillars, two olive branches and the date of production 1793. The fireback is made of cast iron. It is in good condition and do...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved Alabaster Spiral Column Narrow Pedestal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique Italian Neoclassical Carved Alabaster Spiral Column Narrow Pedestal Plant Sta...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Alabaster

Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Giallo di Siena Marble Fireplace Surround
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very fine mid-19th Century French neoclassical fireplace surround in golden vibrant Convent Giallo di Siena marble. A deep rectangular shelf with an ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Siena Marble

Neoclassical Plaster Column Sculpture Pedestal Plant Fern Display Stand 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
Neoclassical inspired pedestal or sculpture / display stand. Made of chalkware (plaster) featuring round column form with distressed finish Dimensions: 14" x 14" x 49.5"h
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Plaster

A fine French 1920s 4-Panel Folding Screen Room Divider
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French early 20th century folding screen room divider with four mahogany panels adorned with small windows, gilded lacquered molding...
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1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Fabric, Glass, Mahogany

Set of Four Rose Tarlow Twig Iron Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous set of four iron patio and garden dining armchairs attributed to Rose Tarlow Melrose House Los Angeles, CA. The set features a large faux bois twig motif iron frame with geo...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Figural Foliage Giltwood Pedestals on Paw Feet 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Italian Neoclassical figural foliage painted and giltwood pedestals with molded edge gilt squared tops, flanking figural gilt cherubs, central acanthus foliage scroll work, f...
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1770s Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

19th Century Antique Hand Carved Pink Marble Double Basin Kitchen Sink
Located in Miami, FL
19th Century Antique Hand Carved Pink Marble Double Basin Kitchen Sink
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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

Set of Monumental 2.38m Tall Weathered English Neoclassical Style Garden Urns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A beautifully weathered set of monumental 2.38m tall English neoclassical style garden urns, reclaimed from the private estate of a world-famous UK-based music producer. Crafted from composition stone, these outstanding neoclassical style urns are an extraordinary feature for a large garden, looking particularly striking either side of a courtyard arch or stone pathway. They could even be used at the entrance to a property, their large scale and imposing classical design bringing an air of grandeur to any property in an instant. Each garden urn is made of up of 5 pieces; the body carved with neoclassical figures in relief between impressive scrolling handles above socle bases, elevated by a 3-piece composition stone pedestal embellished with wreaths to all four sides. Their fine craftsmanship and character natural weathering makes these monumental garden urns...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Stone

Pair 19th Century Neoclassical Style Italian Plaster Urns with Flame Finials
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Italian neoclassical style urns in relief that can either stand on their own or hang from the wall as decorative elements. Quite handsome, with acanthus leaf decoration and f...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Plaster

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Carved Marble Flute Garden Urns Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1950 in the neoclassical style and made of hand carved granite, the antique stone planters have a stately, elegant style. Each vase stands on a square base ove...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Granite, Marble

Pair of Roman Style Weathered Stone Horse Heads
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An interesting pair of lifesize Roman style composition stone horse heads, beautifully weathered by exposure to the elements over many years. Well-sculpted, the maker has captured t...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Sandstone

Enormous Tall Rustic French Neoclassical Concrete Garden Planters, a Set of 2
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of two large rustic French concrete garden planters. This pair of garden planters sit upon square concrete bases. The fluted sides feature scalloped stylized decorations. This pair will be fabulous flanking a front door, or on a patio. We also love the idea of filling them with ice and Veuve or Moët champagne...
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Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Concrete

Antique American Cast Iron Horsehead Hitching Post C1890
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic American cast iron hitching post with a horsehead form sitting on a decorative fluted post. In excellent antique condition with minimal wear. A steel plate platform used a...
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1890s American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Montecito Lounge Chair with Ottoman Michael Taylor Style
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Michael Taylor Montecito style bronzed lounge chair with matching ottoman. Circa 1985. Gorgeous matching bronzed loveseat and ottoman. Constru...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Cast Iron Garden Finials, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of vintage cast iron garden obelisk finials USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 6.75"W x 6.75"D x 23"H Very good vintage con...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair Michael Taylor Design Montecito Garden Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of patio and garden Montecito chairs designed by Michael Taylor. The pair features recently re-powder coated frames in a very dark gun metal finish. The generous frames a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Aluminum

Antique Stone Neoclassical Ionic Column Capital Stand, 19th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Greek or Roman Neoclassical style cast stone Ionic column capital. This piece of architectural salvage would make a lovely objet d'art, ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Cast Stone

Set of Six Formations Neoclassical Style Iron Estate Chaise Lounges
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six neoclassical style patio and garden estate lounges or longues made by Formations Los Angeles, CA. The lounges feature an iron frame with curule or x form legs. The back has a gracefully curved demilune form splat flanked by polished steel turned column supports ending with finials. The chaises have adjustable chain reclining positions on each side. Topped with thick performance fabric seat cushions in a festive blue-green striped fabric...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Steel, Iron

French 18th c Door Knocker with Original Cast Iron Knocker Wrought Iron Back
Located in valatie, NY
French 18th c Door Knocker with Original Cast Iron Knocker and Wrought Iron Back. This hand-wrought iron door knocker with a pierced scrolling back...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Brass Fireplace Tool Set
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Federal fireplace set in polished brass with cabriole leg andirons, tool set, stand and log holder. USA, circa 1950. Includes the following 3 pieces: *Andirons *8 piece solid brass fireplace tool set...
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1950s American Vintage Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Large Carved Stone Garden Capital
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Good semi antique carved stone Corinthian Style capital with fine form. Condition: Please see detail photos. Various signs of age and wear include edge wear and losses and some a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Stone

Collection Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Carved Wooden Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful collection of three 18th century neoclassical carved wooden ornaments. France circa 1780. Weathered, small losses Measurements are individual and include the wooden base. ...
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18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

Neoclassical Iron Urns Flower or Plant Planters Jardinières, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of weathered iron urns plant or flowerpot cachepot jardinieres with square pedestal bases in the Neoclassical style, circa 20th century, possibly Europe/France. Subs...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

19th Century French Weathered Carved Stone Garden Planter Jardinière
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this elegant antique "Chambord" planter on your patio for a timeless flower display. Crafted circa 1880, the large, sturdy stone jardinière was found in Paris, France. The jard...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

Neoclassical building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Brown Jordan, Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co., and Michael Taylor. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $89 and tops out at $402,592 while the average work can sell for $2,800.